Compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant - Grow & Thrive

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Red Lake Falls (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive, supportive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to contribute to patient progress with compassionate, individualized care. You will support licensed therapists, deliver high-quality PTA services, and help patients regain function in a collaborative hospital setting.

The role emphasizes compliance with regulations, effective communication across departments, and ongoing professional growth within a national inpatient rehabilitation

Qualifications

• State licensure or certification required.
• CPR certification preferred (as per hospital policy).
• Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
• Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines.
• Execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients‘ progress.
• Maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effectively.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient interactions

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to contribute to patient progress with compassionate, individualized care. You will support licensed therapists, deliver high-quality PTA services, and help patients regain function in a collaborative hospital setting.

The role emphasizes compliance with regulations, effective communication across departments, and ongoing professional growth within a national inpatient rehabilitation